By Dr. Richard Tedesco, Briarwood Primary Care Colder weather means more time inside and the start of cold and flu season. Both illnesses are common and share many similar symptoms, which can often lead to confusion when you start feeling under the weather. Knowing how to distinguish between the two is crucial for timely and effective…
By Victoria Francia, Graduate RN I began my nursing journey as a medical assistant and compounding pharmacy technician. In 2015, I embarked on a new chapter by moving to New Hampshire and joining the team at Nashua Rheumatology as a medical assistant. While there, I had the privilege of working alongside a dedicated nurse whose influence sparked…
Southern New Hampshire Health is pleased to welcome four new providers to the health system. These providers have joined in areas ranging from orthopedics to palliative care. They are dedicated health care professionals, ready to provide the level of care that our community expects. Maryam Khan, MD – Adult Hospitalist Jayme Newell, APRN –…
Southern New Hampshire Health announces that it is the first in the Southern New Hampshire region to offer enhanced colonoscopies with the GI Genius™ intelligent endoscopy module. The technology uses artificial intelligence to help physicians detect potentially precancerous polyps. Patients can now schedule a colonoscopy with GI Genius™ at Foundation Gastroenterology. “With this new technology,…
Dr. Ricardo Gonzales, an orthopaedic surgeon at Elliot Hospital with 22 years of experience, joins the podcast to discuss outpatient joint replacements. Dr. Gonzales explains what exactly an outpatient joint replacement is, who is a good candidate, and things to consider when choosing an outpatient versus inpatient procedure. Listen to the episode. Learn more about…
By: Kristine Irwin, Nicola Beauregard, and Melony Hanson At Elliot Hospital, we promote an environment that is welcoming and friendly to our patients who present with dementia. The hospital can seem busy, scary, and confusing to those who don’t quite understand what is happening around them. The Elliot provides patient-centered care in a calm and…
By: Jennifer Lavallee, APRN- Merrimack Pediatrics As a parent, keeping your child healthy is a top priority. With flu season upon us, it’s crucial to be well-prepared. In this article, we’ll cover the signs and symptoms of the flu in children, steps to take if they get sick, prevention tips, as well as emergency signs…
Elliot Hospital continues its designation as an Orthopaedic Center of Excellence by our accrediting body, DNV. This designation affirms Elliot Hospital’s excellence in the provision of diagnostic services, surgical services, and therapies related to orthopedic care. “This designation assures our community that we have the ability to provide consistent, high-quality orthopaedic care,” said Elliot Health…
By: Michaela Anthony, RN at Nashua Center for Internal Medicine Flu season is upon us. Avoiding the flu requires taking preventive measures to reduce your risk of getting infected. While some methods are well-known (we highly recommend a flu shot), there are also some surprising ways to help avoid the flu. Here are our top…
We had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Kristin Keefe, an expert in the field of palliative care, who generously shared her insights and knowledge. In this informative Q&A, we explore the fundamental aspects of palliative care, including its goals, qualifications, settings, and the critical distinctions it holds in comparison to other forms of…